1/2 c. shortening
1 c. sugar
1 c. water
1 c. raisins
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. cloves
1/4 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. nutmeg
1 tsp. baking soda
2 c. flour, sifted
1/2 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. vanilla
1/2 c. nuts, chopped

Combine shortening, sugar, water, raisins, spices and salt in sauce pan. Heat gently, let boil 3 minutes. Set aside until cool. Sift flour, soda and baking powder into cooked mixture. Mix together. Add nuts and vanilla. Bake in 9 x 13 greased and floured pan at 350 degrees for 25 minutes.